1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Ascona | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
